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Hence Care, thou art too cruel
Staff Notation • Secular, Madrigals
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Hence Care, thou art too cruel by Thomas Weelkes — Lyrics
Hence, Care! Thou art too cruel,
Come music, sick man's jewel.
Fa la la.
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About Hence Care, thou art too cruel
This energetic English madrigal by Thomas Weelkes is a perfect choice for a festive occasion or a summer concert. The text revels in the power of music to banish sorrow and bring joy, an idea embodied in the exhilarating 'Fa la la' refrains. Weelkes, a master of word-painting, vividly captures the text's contrasting emotions, from the expulsion of 'cruel Care' to the sustaining power of 'music, sick man's jewel'. Composed for a rich SSATB and SAATB voicing, this secular work offers ample opportunity for dynamic contrast and expressive delivery, making it a vibrant addition to any choir's repertoire.
